Microsoft's cross-platform success, upcoming remasters like Gears of War and Echo the Dolphin, and speculation around a Xbox-branded handheld got real this week. We debate about console competition, exclusivity, and digital storefront strategies, particularly Epic Games’ new developer incentives. They really wanna get the deals. Underwater level phobias. The new GTA trailer, and loads more!

GAMES PLAYED

JON

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

SCOTT

Kingdom Come Deliverance II

ESO, ES4, Skyrim

More Tsushima

BEAU

Heroes of the Storm

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We discussed upcoming games like DOOM: The Dark Ages and Borderlands 4, along with delays for Grand Theft Auto 6 (now May 2026). Claire Obscure: Expedition 33 was praised for its stunning art, engaging combat, and emotional storytelling, though some criticized its timing mechanics. Sunderfolk, a couch co-op tactical RPG using phones as controllers, was highlighted for its seamless multiplayer and creative gameplay. We also touched on Ghost of Tsushima's satisfying ending and Overwatch 3's mobile MOBA announcement, which sparked mixed reactions. Lastly, we shared listener feedback and teased a potential Shadowdark campaign.


GAMES PLAYED

SCOTT

Virtua Cop. (You heard me.)

JON

Beat Ghost of Tsushima

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Fortnite

BEAU

Sunderfolk
V Rising

More MTG!

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The usual fun CORE time, including a shadow drop of a remastered Oblivion that impresses with modern graphics and UI while preserving some nostalgic jank. Excitement and skepticism around Nintendo Switch 2 preorders and supply issues. Also Sunderfolk, a co-op RPG using mobile phones as controllers, and a new Star Wars tactical RPG in the style of XCOM. All the games we played. And catching factual flaws in game history.

GAMES PLAYED

SHARED

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

Tempest Rising

SCOTT

Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion III

More Ghost of Tsushima

Minishoot Adventures

JON

ShadowDark

CyberPunk 2077

Blue Prince

Ghost of Tsushima

BEAU

Age of Wonders 4

SKALD Against the Black Priory

Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree

Magic: the Gathering

Valheim

Heroes of the Storm

StarCraft II

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